2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1978 Volvo 343
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1785 kg more than 1978 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 1978 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Studebaker | 343 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
